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Discover the natural wonders of wild Patagonia on this nine-day Premium journey. Travel from Santiago through Torres del Paine National Park, take in stunning views of glaciers and icebergs and explore the incredible Perito Moreno Glacier – one of the few glaciers left in the world that isn’t shrinking! Along the way, keep your eyes open for sea lions, penguins, guanacos and pumas. Cruise past icebergs and glaciers and listen to the crack of the ice as it plunges into the waters below. This trip takes you into the heart of the drama and the calm of this vast wilderness with unique wildlife opportunities and striking natural landscapes.

Trip Name
Premium Patagonia
Last Updated
2024-08-08
Days
9
Capacity
12
Highlights
  • Settle in for three nights in your scenic Feature Stay – a sustainable hotel in Puerto Natales offering modern amenities and first-class views of the surrounding mountains and fjord and your gateway to Torres del Paine National Park.
  • Witness Argentina’s Perito Moreno Glacier and listen to the thundering ice cracking on this 30-km-long beast – one of the few glaciers left that isn’t shrinking!
  • Explore Torres del Paine National Park with a full day packed with incredible activities to see the best of the park – your day will be customised by your expert guide to perfectly suit the group’s fitness levels and interests.
  • Spend the day with the resident penguins on Martillo Island in the Southernmost city in the world - Ushuaia.
  • Travel with an expert local leader who will add another layer to your discoveries, taking care of the details and sharing stories about the scenery, wildlife and local culture.

Itinerary

ITINERARY CHANGES Our itineraries are updated regularly throughout the year based on customer feedback and to reflect the current situation in each destination. The information included in this Essential Trip Information may therefore differ from when you first booked your trip. It's important that you review this information prior to travel so that you have the latest updates. Due to weather, local conditions, transport schedules, public holidays, political unrest or other factors, further changes may be necessary to your itinerary once in-country. Your group leader or local representative will keep you up to date with any such changes once your trip is underway. OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES A selection of optional activities that have been popular with past travellers are listed in the day-to-day itinerary. This isn't an exhaustive list and should be used as a guide only for some of what might be available. Prices are approximate, are for entrance fees only, and don’t include transport to and from the sites or local guides unless indicated. All activities are subject to availability, and maybe on a join-in basis. It may not be possible to do all the activities listed in the time available at each destination, so some pre-planning for what you are most interested in is advised. When it's recommended that travellers pre-book these activities, look for a note in the Special Information section of the day-to-day itinerary. For most, they can either be organised independently on the day, or let your group leader or local representative know you are interested at the Welcome Meeting and they can assist. Where activities are considered medium or high risk, we work with operators whose safety and credentials we have sighted and assessed. Although it is possible that you may find the same activity cheaper with another operator on the ground, we cannot vouch for the safety or quality of that operator. Medium and high-risk activities not listed above have not been assessed by us and as such our staff and group leader or local representative are unable to assist you with organising these activities. Activities that contravene our Responsible Travel policies are also not listed. Please remember that the decision to partake in any activity not listed is at your own discretion and risk.

Day 1 - Santiago
Bienvenidos! Welcome to Chile. Your adventure begins in Santiago, where you’ll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Here, you‘ll meet your fellow travellers and local leader at a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight. If you arrive early, maybe head out for a self-paced walking tour and get to know your surroundings. After your meeting, head out for dinner at a local wine bar. Get to know your group over a multi-course meal matched with delicious local wines and learn more about your upcoming adventure in the wilds of Patagonia.
Day 2 - Puerto Natales
Today is a travel day so sit back, relax and enjoy the scenery. You’ll leave the hotel early in the morning (your departure time can vary depending on the flight) and fly from Santiago to Puerto Natales. From here, you’ll drive to your accommodation, passing views of the Patagonian landscape along the way. Look out for wildlife like guanacos and take the opportunity to get to know your group a little better. When you arrive, check into your Feature Stay hotel, which has been designed to blend into the landscape and make the most of the sweeping views. With amazing scenery right outside your window, this is the perfect spot to connect with nature and leave the rest of the world behind. After an orientation walk with your leader around Puerto Natales, you might like to join your group for dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 3 - Puerto Natales
With a full day to explore Torres del Paine National Park in Chilean Patagonia, you’re set for some great adventures today. Today’s activities will be customised based on the weather and your group’s fitness level and interests. You might see Grey Glacier and the surrounding icebergs, or head to the Salto Grande waterfall and see the Paine Massif. Maybe go on some short hikes – the great thing about this national park is its natural beauty can be seen from anywhere!
Day 4 - Puerto Natales
Today you’ll be exploring the Balmaceda and Serrano Glaciers within Bernardo O'Higgins National Park, which can only be accessed by sea. Cruise through the Ultima Esperanza fjord, passing by glaciers, waterfalls and small estancias, eventually arriving at the Balmaceda glacier. Continue to the end of the fjord and take a short walk to a viewpoint looking over the glacier before cruising back the way you came, keeping a look out for imperial cormorants and sea lions as you go. After your cruise, head to nearby Estancia Perales to enjoy lunch and amazing views. Tonight, perhaps head out for a dinner with your group in Puerto Natales and share stories about today’s adventures.
Day 5 - El Calafate
After a hearty breakfast to prepare you for a day of travel, cross the international border from Chile to Argentina and arrive at El Calafate. This is your gateway to the Glaciers National Park. As a major hub for adventurers headed to Perito Moreno, El Calafate has undergone a lot of development in recent decades. Located on the shore of the Argentino Lake and surrounded by the Andes range, this is a scenic place to spend a few days. After your long travel day, you may want to simply relax at your hotel.
Day 6 - El Calafate
Today, drive to the Perito Moreno Glacier – one of the few balanced glaciers in the world. At 3 km (1.8 mi) wide and 30 km (19 mi) long, it’s a spectacular sight. There are multiple viewing platforms overlooking Lake Argentino, and they provide an ideal vantage point to watch and listen to the crack of the ice as it plunges into the waters below. After you have watched the calving glacier, board your boat with an English-speaking guide for a glacier cruise that takes you even closer to the glacier. After an amazing day, you’ll head back to your accommodation for a relaxing evening.
Day 7 - Ushuaia
Take to the skies on a flight from El Calafate to Ushuaia this morning. When you arrive, check in to your hotel, which is ideally located for exploring the city. After a walk around town with your leader to get your bearings, the rest of the day and night is yours to enjoy your own way. You could visit the Museo del Fin del Mundo (End of the World Museum) or take a stroll along the waterfront. Tonight, you might like to head out for drinks or a casual dinner with your group or enjoy a quiet night in.
Day 8 - Ushuaia
After breakfast with your group, set off on a tour of Martillo Island where you’ll get to walk alongside the penguins that call this island home. Take a scenic drive with views of the Beagle Chanel and board a boat that will take you to the island where you can stroll beside hundreds of penguins. Keep an eye out for the island’s other wildlife as well, such as cormorants, petrels and Nordic skuas. On the way back to Ushuaia, you’ll stop at the Acatushun Museum to learn more about the animals that live in this remote part of the world. Tonight, maybe head out to celebrate the final night of your Patagonian adventure.
Day 9 - Ushuaia
There are no activities planned for today, and you’re free to leave at any time after check out. If you’d like to spend more time in Ushuaia, just get in touch with your booking agent ahead of time to book additional accommodation. If you’d like to fly up to the Lake District, travel to Buenos Aires or join an Ocean Endeavor Antarctica sailing trip, your booking agent can also help with any ongoing travel arrangements.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
10-01-202518-01-2025AUD $ 9,416-
24-01-202501-02-2025AUD $ 12,125-
07-02-202515-02-2025AUD $ 14,150-
14-02-202522-02-2025AUD $ 9,056-
28-02-202508-03-2025AUD $ 11,660-
07-03-202515-03-2025AUD $ 11,545-
14-03-202522-03-2025AUD $ 11,790-
17-03-202525-03-2025AUD $ 11,770-
07-11-202515-11-2025AUD $ 12,225-
14-11-202522-11-2025AUD $ 12,225-
21-11-202529-11-2025AUD $ 12,225-
28-11-202506-12-2025AUD $ 12,225-
05-12-202513-12-2025AUD $ 12,225-
12-12-202520-12-2025AUD $ 12,225-
19-12-202527-12-2025AUD $ 11,770-
26-12-202503-01-2026AUD $ 11,770-
02-01-202610-01-2026AUD $ 12,360-
09-01-202617-01-2026AUD $ 12,360-
23-01-202631-01-2026AUD $ 11,885-
06-02-202614-02-2026AUD $ 11,885-
13-02-202621-02-2026AUD $ 11,885-
27-02-202607-03-2026AUD $ 11,885-
06-03-202614-03-2026AUD $ 11,885-
13-03-202621-03-2026AUD $ 12,360-
06-11-202614-11-2026AUD $ 12,835-
13-11-202621-11-2026AUD $ 12,835-
20-11-202628-11-2026AUD $ 12,835-
27-11-202605-12-2026AUD $ 12,835-
04-12-202612-12-2026AUD $ 12,835-
11-12-202619-12-2026AUD $ 12,835-
18-12-202626-12-2026AUD $ 12,360-
25-12-202602-01-2027AUD $ 12,360-

Accommodation

Comfortable Hotel (5 nights),Feature Stay (3 nights)

Transport

Private Vehicle,Plane,Boat

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